Job ID: 296940

Senior Accountant - NGO

Pehlay Akshar Foundation

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Apply by: 01 Jul 2026

Relevant Sectors

Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Professional to manage day-to-day accounting operations, statutory compliance, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate should have experience working with NGOs and a good understanding of FCRA regulations, Section 8 Company compliance requirements, and applicable statutory laws.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Financial Management
* Maintain books of accounts and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
* Prepare payment vouchers, journal entries, cash and bank transactions, and ledger reconciliations.
* Conduct periodic bank reconciliations and ledger scrutiny.
* Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
* Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closure.
* Prepare financial statements, schedules, management reports, and MIS reports.
* Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records.
2. Statutory Compliance
* Ensure timely compliance with GST, TDS, Professional Tax, Provident Fund (PF), ESIC, Labour Laws, and other applicable statutory regulations.
* Prepare and file statutory returns within prescribed timelines.
* Coordinate with auditors, consultants, bankers, and regulatory authorities.
* Support statutory audits, internal audits, donor audits, and compliance reviews.
* Maintain statutory registers, records, and supporting documentation.
3. NGO & Grant Compliance
* Ensure compliance with applicable regulations governing NGOs and non-profit organizations.
* Maintain financial records related to grants, CSR funds, donor contributions, and project expenditures.
* Assist in preparation of utilization certificates, donor reports, fund utilization statements, and grant reconciliations.
* Ensure compliance with donor agreements and funding requirements.
* Monitor project-wise expenses and support program teams in budget utilization.
4. FCRA Compliance
* Ensure adherence to Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) provisions and related rules.
* Maintain separate books of accounts and records for foreign contributions.
* Monitor receipt and utilization of foreign funds in accordance with approved objectives.
* Assist in preparation and filing of annual FCRA returns and related disclosures.
* Support documentation and compliance requirements during FCRA audits and inspections.
5. Section 8 Company Compliance
* Support compliance requirements under the Companies Act, 2013 applicable to Section 8 Companies.
* Coordinate with Company Secretary and compliance consultants for statutory filings.
* Maintain records relating to Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, Annual General Meetings, and governance documentation.
* Assist in preparation of documents required for ROC filings and annual compliances.
* Ensure maintenance of statutory records and registers as prescribed under the Companies Act.
6. Budgeting & Financial Controls
* Assist in preparation of annual organizational and project budgets.
* Monitor budget utilization and variance analysis.
* Track project expenditures against approved budgets and donor commitments.
* Support implementation of financial controls, policies, and procedures.
* Identify process improvements to enhance financial governance and compliance.

Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
* M. Com /MBA- Finance/ CA- Inter preferred.
* Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in accounting and compliance, preferably in NGOs, Trusts, Societies, or Section 8 Companies.
* Experience in handling donor-funded projects and FCRA compliance will be an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping.
* Sound understanding of GST, TDS, PF, ESIC and statutory compliances.
* Working knowledge of FCRA regulations and Section 8 Company compliances.
* Proficiency in Tally Prime/Tally ERP, MS Excel, and accounting software.
* Knowledge of ZOHO Book (optional)
* Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting skills.
* Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
* High level of integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple compliance deadlines.

Job Email ID:

poonam.manik(at)pehlayakshar.org